The
Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU is seeking a
PhD student to develop and process new types of oxide thermoelectric
materials for use in conversion of heat into electricity.

Thermoelectric power conversion is a promising technology for waste heat
recovery in a broad variety of applications, e.g. transportation,
building and industry. A thermoelectric device works by converting a
certain temperature difference into an electric potential to generate
power.

You will be part of a large project which aim to develop and demonstrate
high-temperature efficient thermoelectric oxide modules integrated in a
converter system.

This will take place at the international front line in
collaboration between Risø DTU and four leading laboratories in Denmark,
Japan and the US, while industry participation ensures strong links to
both technology providers and end-users.

The project
A major challenge in thermoelectric materials development is to
manipulate the structure and physical properties in order to improve
thermoelectric power, electrical conductivity and simultaneously reduce
thermal conductivity. The project is focussed on the development of
novel thermoelectric oxide materials (especially n-type) such as ZnO
doped materials (ZnO:Al,Ga) with nanoinclusion, characterisation
techniques of thermoelectric materials and the integration of these
materials in a thermoelectric module for high temperature applications.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or similar

Knowledge in synthesis of inorganic materials preferably oxides

Prior knowledge in the area of thermoelectricity is beneficial

Experience with experimental methods for materials processing and characterization

Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group

Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

We offer
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment.
Good possibilities for professional and personal growth.
A family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval,
and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree
programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements for
enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies, please
see theDTU PhD Guide.

Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules
for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.

Application
We must have your online application by 15 february 2011. Please open
the link "apply for this job online", fill in the application form and
attach the following documents;

The
Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU is seeking a
Ph.D. student to develop graded thermoelectric materials with optimized
properties over a broad temperature range for use in conversion of heat
into electricity.

Thermoelectric power conversion is a promising technology for waste heat
recovery in a broad variety of applications, e.g. transportation,
building and industry. A thermoelectric device works by converting a
certain temperature difference into an electric potential to generate
power.

You will be part of a large project which aim to develop and demonstrate
high-temperature efficient thermoelectric oxide modules integrated in a
converter system.

This will take place at the international front line in collaboration
between Risø DTU and four leading laboratories in Denmark, Japan and the
US, while industry participation ensures strong links to both
technology providers and end-users.

The project
A major challenge in thermoelectric materials development is to combine a
number of materials belonging to different families of materials
together in order to improve the conversion efficiency and to expand the
working temperature range of the thermoelectric device. The project is
focussed on the construction and optimization of p- and n-type segments
over a broad temperature range by graded materials. This will be done in
order to improve the so-called compatibility factor between the
materials in each leg. The materials are chosen among the best of
state-of-the-art materials and the novel developed thermoelectric
oxides.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or similar

Knowledge in synthesis of inorganic materials preferably oxides

Prior knowledge in the area of thermoelectricity is beneficial

Experience with experimental methods for materials characterization

Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group

Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

We offer
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment.
Good possibilities for professional and personal growth.
A family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.

Approval and Enrolment The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic
approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general
degree programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements
for enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies,
please see the DTU PhD Guide

Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules
for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.

Application
We must have your online application by 15 February 2011. Please open
the link "apply for this job online", fill in the application form and
attach the following documents;

Do you want to help develop innovative and environmentally friendly energy harvesting technologies for the future?

The Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU is looking
for qualified applicants for a postdoc/Researcher position. The
successful applicant will play a lead role in the research and
development of oxide thermoelectric modules, which involves material
synthesis and characterization, module design, fabrication, and module
testing.

Thermoelectric power conversion is a promising technology for waste heat
recovery in a broad variety of applications, e.g. transportation,
building and industry. A thermoelectric device works by converting a
certain temperature difference into an electric potential to generate
power.

The key functions of this position are thermoelectric module design,
fabrication, and experimental demonstration using oxide thermoelectric
materials.

Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group

Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:

scientific production and research potential at international level

Innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas

the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities

an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience

the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation

We offer
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment.
Good possibilities for professional and personal growth.
A family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.

Terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the
Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed
with the relevant union.The position is for a fixed duration. The place
of work is Risø DTU in Roskilde.

Application
We must have your online application by 15 February, 2011. Please open
the link "apply online" and fill in the application form and attach your
application, CV and a list of publications. Applications should be
submitted in English.

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply

The
Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU is seeking a
PhD student to develop and process new types of oxide thermoelectric
materials for use in conversion of heat into electricity.

Thermoelectric power conversion is a promising technology for waste heat
recovery in a broad variety of applications, e.g. transportation,
building and industry. A thermoelectric device works by converting a
certain temperature difference into an electric potential to generate
power.

You will be part of a large project which aim to develop and demonstrate
high-temperature efficient thermoelectric oxide modules integrated in a
converter system.

This will take place at the international front line in collaboration
between Risø DTU and four leading laboratories in Denmark, Japan and the
US, while industry participation ensures strong links to both
technology providers and end-users.

The project
A major challenge in thermoelectric materials development is to
manipulate the structure and physical properties in order to improve
thermoelectric power, electrical conductivity and simultaneously reduce
thermal conductivity. The project is focussed on the development of
novel thermoelectric oxide materials (especially p-type),
characterisation techniques of thermoelectric materials and the
integration of these materials in a thermoelectric device for high
temperature applications.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or similar

Knowledge in synthesis of inorganic materials preferably oxides

Prior knowledge in the area of thermoelectricity is beneficial

Experience with experimental methods for materials processing and characterization

Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group

Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

We offerWe offer an exciting and challenging job in an international
environment. with good possibilities for professional and personal
growth. Risø DTU is a family friendly organisation with flexible working
hours.

Approval and enrolment
The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval,
and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree
programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements for
enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies, please
see the DTU PhD Guide.

Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules
for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years.

Application
We must have your online application by 15 February 2011. Please open
the link "apply for this job online", fill in the application form and
attach the following documents;

• Autonomous research under the direction of a supervisor and within
the laboratories of the Department of Physics or of local research
institutions.
• Wide range of courses held by scientists of the Department of Physics or of the local research institutions.
• Numerous high level seminars and talks given by visiting scholars.
• Dynamic international and lively environment with state-of-the art facilities.

There are 15 positions (12 with fellowships) available, starting from 1 November 2010.

Doctoral
grants are fnanced by the University of Trento or by one of the
sponsoring research institutions (FBK, ECT*, BEC , CNR and INFN).

The salary of the PhD student, being fxed in Italy by national rules, is complemented locally by supports and benefts.

Selection

Candidates will be selected on the basis of their CV
and of a colloquium. Selected candidates will choose a PhD topic among
those offered by the Department of Physics or by the sponsoring research institutions.